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UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on Balance of Payments, least developed countries and more (Week 138)
November 27, 2025 21:09 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Economy.
Why PM POSHAN is more than just a nutritional intervention
November 27, 2025 19:49 IST
In addition to being a nutritional intervention, the PM POSHAN scheme plays a crucial role in promoting educational access, social equity, and overall child development. How can nutrition awareness among schoolchildren further support these objectives, and how can it be effectively operationalised across India? Check out infographics for quick key insights.
UPSC Issue at a Glance | Understanding India’s New 4 Labour Codes: The what, why and how
November 27, 2025 15:55 IST
In a landmark move, the government has finally implemented the four Labour Codes on 21st November. Why were they introduced, what are their key features, and how will they impact workers, employers, formalisation and jobs? Here’s all you need to know — with infographics.
Knowledge Nugget: Who are BLOs and what are their duties?
November 27, 2025 19:02 IST
UPSC current affairs: Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are back in focus with the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. As the Election Commission’s grassroots representatives, how are they custodians of accurate voter lists?
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on planet Saturn, uranium content in the human body and more (Week 138)
November 26, 2025 20:42 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Science and Technology.
Why NIA remains central to India’s counter-terror architecture
November 27, 2025 13:26 IST
Established in the aftermath of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, how has the National Investigation Agency’s role evolved over time? Explore infographics that trace how this body grew into one of India’s most decisive forces against terror.
UPSC Essentials Mains Answer Practice (Week 130) — GS 2 : Questions on Constitution Day of India and Mission 300 platform
November 26, 2025 18:03 IST
UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam: Cover two crucial GS-2 topics — the democratic significance of Constitution Day and the Mission 300 platform adopted under the G20 declaration. Strengthen your conceptual clarity and answer-writing skills with structured guidance, key points, and self-evaluation prompts. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.
Knowledge Nugget | What is ‘Crystal Fortress’ Operation and why is it in the news?
November 27, 2025 15:05 IST
UPSC Current affairs and Security issues: Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the police forces and the NCB for the breakthrough in Operation Crystal Fortress. What are the other major drug-busting operations? In ‘Beyond the Nugget,’ also learn about the World Drug Report 2025.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Governor of an Indian State, Tribunals and more (Week 138)
November 25, 2025 20:57 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Polity and Governance.
How the pardoning power of the Indian and US Presidents differs
November 26, 2025 09:38 IST
While the President’s clemency power in India is subject to limited judicial review, the US Constitution grants the President an independent power to pardon. How do the constitutional frameworks and the political systems of the respective countries shape the scope of Presidential pardons?
UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on new labour codes and public health implications of SO₂ emissions (Week 130)
November 25, 2025 17:54 IST
UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026: Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions by following the thought process. Do not miss points to ponder and related previous year questions.
Knowledge Nugget | Indo-Tibetan Border Police: All you need to know about the ‘Himveers’ for UPSC Exam
November 26, 2025 18:28 IST
UPSC Current Affairs: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is set to establish all-woman forward posts across 10 locations along the 3,488 km India–China border. But what is the ITBP and what duties does it perform? What are the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)? Here's what you need to know.
UPSC Essentials | Daily Quiz : History and Culture (Week 133) — Test your knowledge for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026Subscriber Only
November 24, 2025 17:34 IST
UPSC Prelims MCQ 2026: Attempt today’s History and Culture quiz to evaluate your preparation. Links to previous quizzes are available at the end of the article.
UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | November 17 to November 23, 2025Subscriber Only
November 26, 2025 15:16 IST
UPSC Current Affairs 2025: Are you preparing for UPSC Prelims 2026? Don’t miss these important current affairs — Key outcomes of COP30, Solar mamas, Dugong, desi genome editing technology, Blind Women's T20 World Cup, and more. Check your retention by solving the MCQs at the end of the article.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on BRICS grouping, Rays of Hope project and more (Week 137)Subscriber Only
November 23, 2025 18:45 IST
UPSC Prelims Daily Subject MCQs: Test your knowledge with today’s UPSC Essentials quiz on International Relations — brush up for UPSC Prelims 2026.
Essays Simplified : How does UPSC CSE 2025 quote test understanding of life?Subscriber Only
November 26, 2025 15:48 IST
UPSC Essays: Master the art of writing philosophical essays with expert insights, and a model analysis of a topic from 2025 CSE. The article attempts to guide you through that quieter, deeper craft of essay writing—the craft that transforms reflections into arguments and experiences into wisdom on paper.
Knowledge Nugget | Justice Surya Kant takes oath as 53rd CJI. How is CJI appointed? A must-read for UPSC examSubscriber Only
November 24, 2025 11:19 IST
UPSC Current Affairs: Following the retirement of Chief Justice B. R. Gavai, Justice Surya Kant takes oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. Here’s everything you should know about how the CJI is appointed. Also, go ‘Beyond the Nugget’ to know about the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) Act.
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | November 16 to November 22, 2025Subscriber Only
November 26, 2025 15:38 IST
UPSC Prelims Weekly Current Affairs MCQs: Kickstart your UPSC Prelims prep early—begin with current affairs for a strong foundation. Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top 15 questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.
UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2 : Questions on higher judicial services and disputes over the Senkaku Islands (Week 129)Subscriber Only
November 22, 2025 14:58 IST
UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam: Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026? Deepen your answer writing skills for GS paper 2 with structured guidance. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.
Knowledge Nugget: What happened at COP30 in Brazil? 10 key takeaways for your UPSC ExamSubscriber Only
November 25, 2025 18:16 IST
UNFCCC COP30: The climate summit in Belém, Brazil, saw tense debates over fossil fuels and climate finance. India expressed satisfaction with major outcomes and expressed gratitude to the Brazilian spirit of Mutirao. Here are the 10 key takeaways. Also, learn about the history of COP through infographics.
The world this week | Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death, Donald Trump’s Russia-Ukraine peace plan, and Gen Z protests in MexicoSubscriber Only
November 22, 2025 11:03 IST
From US President Donald Trump pushing forward his peace plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war to the ongoing Gen Z protests in Mexico – a lot has happened in the world this week.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Cyclone Senyar, marine wasting disease and more (Week 137)Subscriber Only
November 21, 2025 20:58 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Environment and Geography.
Art and Culture with Devdutt Pattanaik | Is Buddha a historical or a mythological figure?Subscriber Only
November 22, 2025 13:26 IST
History and mythology are simply two different lenses through which we understand the past - one grounded in fact, the other in faith. But where does the story of the Buddha come from?
UPSC Mains Answer Practice GS 1: Macaulay’s vision for English education in India and States Reorganisation Commission | Week 129Subscriber Only
November 21, 2025 15:32 IST
UPSC Mains Answer Practice GS 1 : Are you preparing for Civil Services Exam 2026? Here are questions from GS paper 1 for this week with essential points as the fodder for your answers. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on Export Promotion Mission, Central Pay Commission and more (Week 137)Subscriber Only
November 20, 2025 20:01 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Economy.
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